The IEC Safety Summit is built specifically for those in the electrical contracting industry, led by people who know the industry and the risks that come with it. You’ll get real-world insights, proven strategies, and practical tools to help you protect your crew, improve how work gets done, and build a stronger safety mindset across your team. Whether you’re running a business, managing a crew, or just getting started, Safety Summit is built with you in mind.
WHEN: August 12 - August 14 2025
WHERE: Cleveland, OH
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM Safety Committee Strategy Meeting
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Registration
1:00 PM - 1:30 PM Opening Remarks and Safety Awards
1:30 PM - 2:30 PM Keynote
2:40 PM - 3:40 PM Education Session
3:50 PM - 4:50 PM Top 3 Challenges Round Table Discussion
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Opening Reception
7:30 AM - 8:30 AM Breakfast
8:30 AM - 9:30 AM Regulatory Updates
9:40 AM - 11:00 AM NFPA 70/ NFPA 70E PPE
11:10 AM - 11:40 AM OSHA: Managing Safety Record Keeping
11:40 AM - 12:10 PM OSHA: Focus 4 Hazards
12:10 PM - 1:10 PM Lunch
1:10 PM - 2:10 PM Education Session
2:20 PM - 3:20 PM Mental Health in the Workplace
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Education Session
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Reception
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM Breakfast
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM AI's Role & Data in Safety
9:10 AM - 10:10 AM Plugged In & Protected: Building a Safer Start Within the Entire Organization
10:20 AM - 11:20 AM Planning for Error: Hazard Identification & Mitigation
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Accident/Incident Investigation
12:30 PM - 12:40 PM Closing Remarks
Aloft Beachwood is just a few minutes' walk from the Eaton facility, where the IEC Safety Summit will be held. With its modern amenities, stylish rooms, and vibrant atmosphere, it's an ideal choice for event attendees looking for convenience and comfort. Enjoy easy access to the Summit, along with a fitness center, lively bar, and more during your stay.
Address: 1010 Eaton Boulevard Beachwood, Ohio, USA, 44122
Make your reservation at the discounted group rate until Friday, July 18.
Session Title: Believe in Safety- Surviving Arc Flash
Session Description: One shortcut on the job nearly cost Brandon Schroeder his life. In this powerful session, Brandon shares the story of his accident and the lessons he learned the hard way. With the perspective of a journeyman electrician, he speaks directly to those in the trades—reminding us that safety isn’t just about rules or checklists. It’s about the choices we make every day to protect ourselves and the people we work alongside.
Speaker: Brandon Schroeder
Speaker Bio: Brandon Schroeder’s journey as a safety speaker began in 2012, following a life-altering workplace accident in 2011 that nearly claimed his life. With a background as a journeyman electrician since 2002, Brandon had built a solid reputation in the trades—valued for his technical skills, work ethic, and reliability. However, one decision to take a shortcut on the job changed everything.
What started as a single speaking engagement to share the circumstances surrounding his accident quickly turned into a calling. Over the last decade, Brandon has presented his story to hundreds of organizations—from Fortune 500 companies to local municipalities—sparking conversations and driving meaningful change in safety culture.
Through his presentation Believe in Safety, Brandon combines vivid storytelling, emotional transparency, and hard-earned insight to connect with audiences on a personal level. His goal is not to lecture, but to influence mindsets—empowering individuals and organizations to prioritize safety not just as a policy, but as a shared value.
Session Title: Top 3 Challenges Round Table Discussion
Session Description: What’s keeping contractors up at night? In this interactive session, attendees will break into groups to identify the top challenges facing their teams and share how they’re working through them. From staffing to safety to project delays, no topic is off the table. Groups will report out key takeaways so everyone walks away with fresh ideas and proven strategies.
Session Title: Mental Health in the Workplace
Session Description: Mental health is hitting the trades hard—and the numbers don’t lie. In this eye-opening session, you’ll learn just how deeply mental health issues are affecting our workforce and why it’s time to take action. We’ll share resources you can use to support your team and help prevent mental health incidents before they happen. Because looking out for your crew means more than just physical safety.
Session Title: AI's Role & Data in Safety
Session Description: AI might sound like a buzzword, but contractors across the country are already using it to track safety trends, spot issues before they become problems, and strengthen their safety culture from the ground up. This session will show you how AI can help make sense of the data you already have—from your subs to your drivers and warehouse teams—so you can better manage risk, boost engagement, and protect your crew.
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